 Loading...  | I got you : a brother's promise Author: Barnes, Derrick | |
| Price: $23.28 | ||
Summary:
A little boy adores his big brother, who is always there for him, playing with him and teaching him things.
| Illustrator: | Knight-Justice, Shamar |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (+) (06/01/25)
Full Text Reviews:
Other - 04/21/2025 Through the voice of soon-to-be middle child Rasheed, Barnes (The King of Kindergarten) honors older siblings’ contributions to family dynamics. Rasheed’s first memory is of elder brother Anthony, whose "electric smile" welcomed him to the family, portrayed as Black. ("I got him, Momma," Anthony says when holding the baby. "I’ll be careful. I promise. He’s my little brother.") As Rasheed grows, Anthony’s guidance extends to building and toppling block towers, braving scary storms, and jumping into puddles. Stylized illustrations from Knight-Justice (Big Tune) layer bold patterns to capture the brothers’ bond and joy in each other’s company as Anthony both claims his own space and reassures Rasheed that, no matter what, "I got you." And when their parents announce a new addition, Rasheed is more than ready to take the reins, having learned from Anthony how to be a steady sibling, and echoing his older brother’s promise to the infant ("I’ll be careful. I promise.... You’re my little brother"). It’s a touching work that models secure attachments and strong sibling connections. Ages 3-7. Author’s agent: Regina Brooks, Serendipity Literary. Illustrator’s agent: Christy Ewers, CAT Agency. (July) - Copyright 2025
